First Date Time Management: 2 Hours Is Perfect, Don’t Miss These 3 Key Moments

It is recommended to keep the duration of a first date to around 2 hours to avoid feeling fatigued. There are key moments to grasp: within 10 minutes of meeting, take the initiative to share a small interesting story to break the ice; at the 1-hour mark, propose “Shall we go somewhere else for a drink?” to extend the interaction; and 20 minutes before the end, talk about “We could try XX next time” to lay the groundwork for future dates.